HR Manager (ERP Backfill - Temporary)

Position Details

Position Details Job Title: Senior HR Manager Position Number: 8102868 Work Modality: Fully In-Person Is this request for the creation of a new Position or the modification of an existing Position to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP: Yes Job Category: University Staff Job Type: Full-Time FLSA Status: Exempt Campus: Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name: HUMAN RESOURCES Location Code: HUMAN RESOURCES 04600B Is this split and/or fully grant funded: No

Duties and Responsibilities

Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and energetic Temporary HR Manager to join our team at Loyola University Chicago. Reporting to the Temporary HR Director, the HR Manager provides comprehensive Human Resources support to assigned academic and administrative units with a focus on employee relations, change management, and talent acquisition. This position is established to support Human Resources operations during the Universitys ERP implementation and is effective through July 1, 2027. The role is based on-site and serves as a key resource to managers and staff during this period of organizational transition.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Leadership and Strategy:

• Provide consultative HR leadership in the areas of employee relations, organizational effectiveness, change management, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Manage employee relations matters directly, including investigations, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement processes.
• Provide guidance to managers and HR staff on conflict resolution, coaching, and problem-solving strategies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on federal and state employment laws and University policies.
• Collaborate with HR leadership on organizational development and strategic initiatives.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through inclusive recruitment and employment practices.
• Support the development and implementation of HR strategies aligned with institutional objectives.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Anticipate workforce challenges and advise leadership accordingly.
• Lead and participate in special HR projects and ERP-related initiatives as needed.

Staff Support and Coordination:

• Provide functional guidance and support to HR Generalists, Specialists, and student workers as assigned.
• Support professional development through mentoring, training, and performance feedback.
• Assist in establishing clear expectations and accountability standards.
• Coordinate workflow and priorities in collaboration with HR leadership.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.

Client and Stakeholder Relations:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to assigned departments.
• Assess stakeholder needs and provide responsive strategic HR support.
• Gather and analyze feedback on HR services and recommend improvements.
• Utilize HR data and analytics to support departmental decision-making.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Demonstrated experience providing consultative HR support to academic and administrative departments.
• Proven expertise in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Experience supporting talent acquisition, onboarding, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and university employment laws and regulations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong service orientation and proven relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced complex environment while managing confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit, and/or unionized environments preferred.
• PHR/SPHR certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to serve as a Subject Matter Expert on full cycle ADA claim management.

Computer Skills:

• Proficiency in HR information systems and applicant tracking systems (e.g., PeopleAdmin).
• Enterprise systems related to ERP platforms and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with data reporting tools, collaboration platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom), and HR analytics systems is required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Yes
• Required operation of university-owned vehicles: No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact:

• Physical Demands: None
• Working Conditions: None

Open Date: 03/06/2026 Close Date: Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $101,892 Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $89,042 Special Instructions to Applicants: As a Jesuit Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicagos mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission. For information about the universitys focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nations largest Jesuit Catholic universities recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nations top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the countrys most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the Universitys Nondiscrimination Policy.

Quick Link for Posting: https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34786

Supplemental Questions Have you earned a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

Do you have a minimum of five to seven years of progressive Human Resources experience?

• Yes
• No

Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

• Open Ended Question

How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting
• Internal Job Posting
• Agency Referral
• Advertisement/Publication
• Personal Referral
• Website
• Other

How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicagos mission and values?

• Open Ended Question

Applicant Documents Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents: